Yakitori 58
Chuo, Kofu, Kofu
Restaurant in Kofu, Japan
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Charcoal-grilled Koshu Jidori chicken in a 17-seat room that earned Tabelog 100 – Yakitori EAST status within two years of opening. Dinner runs JPY 5,000–5,999, roughly half the cost of Tokyo's omakase yakitori counters, with weekend reservations filling one week out. Counter seats offer close viewing of the binchotan grilling process; table seats accommodate groups up to twenty for private use.
About Yakitori 58
Yakitori 58 is a Kofu venue with a price range of JPY 5,000–5,999 and a smart-casual dress code. It is in Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025.
What
The basic details are straightforward: Yakitori 58 is in Kofu, the expected price range is JPY 5,000–5,999, and smart casual dress is appropriate. The venue is also associated with the Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 recognition. For diners comparing options, those are the reliable facts to use when deciding whether it fits the occasion.
Price and peer positioning
At JPY 5,000–5,999, Yakitori 58 sits in a clearly defined price band. If you are considering other dining options, compare it with comparable venues such as Chuka Soba Uezu, Kitchen Umagoya, Torikado, Yakiniku ATSU, Yakitori 58, or chainizu dainingu masamune only on the basis of details you can verify for your own visit. Other dining rooms may suit different budgets or occasions.
Kofu has a range of dining options, and Yakitori 58 stands out here on the basis of its price range, smart-casual dress code, and Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 listing. For more dining options in the area, see the Kofu restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 山梨県甲府市中央1-6-11 芳野ビル 1F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/yamanashi/A1901/A190101/19013380
- Phone
- +815088927504
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yakitori 58 presents a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere focused on charcoal-grilled Koshu Jidori and a selection of local sakes. The no‑smoking policy keeps the dining room’s air and flavors clear. Listings on Tabelog highlight menus, photos and user reviews, reinforcing the restaurant’s attention to ingredient quality and presentation. Overall the place reads as a polished yakitori spot that balances comfortable informality with practiced technique, offering a composed environment rather than a raucous or casual hawker-style scene.
Best For
The venue is explicitly pitched as suitable for business meetings, making it a reliable choice for professional dinners that require a composed setting. The combination of charcoal-grilled Koshu Jidori and local sake supports thoughtful, conversation-friendly dining, while the no‑smoking policy and online reservation option add practical convenience for planners. In short, Yakitori 58 positions itself as a discreet, well‑appointed option for colleagues or clients seeking a focused meal.
Ordering Tips
Center your order on the restaurant’s signature charcoal-grilled Koshu Jidori and pair skewers with a selection of local sakes to complement the smoky flavors. Book through the online reservation system to secure seating for a business group. The venue’s no‑smoking policy helps ensure that the grill’s nuances come through, and recent user reviews on Tabelog are a useful resource for portion and pacing expectations from other diners.
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, chic adult space with counter and table seating, non-smoking, designed as a stylish hideout with relaxed but polished atmosphere suitable for dates and business dinners.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- Set menu, A la carte, Counter dining, Tasting menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Allergy accommodating
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2023
Signature Dishes
- Koshu Jidori yakitori skewers
- Chef’s omakase yakitori course
- Creative seasonal small plates featuring local chicken
- Assorted local Yamanashi sake pairings
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 山梨県甲府市中央1-6-11 芳野ビル 1F
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Torikado, Yakitori, Yakitori
- chainizu dainingu masamune, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
- Chuka Soba Uezu, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- Kitchen Umagoya, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Yakiniku ATSU, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Yakitori 58 sits in the middle of Kofu's dining price spectrum but at the top of its technical tier. At JPY 5,000–5,999, it costs less than chainizu dainingu masamune (JPY 10,000–14,999), but the Tabelog 100 credential and charcoal-grilled Koshu Jidori chicken justify the premium over casual neighborhood options. For travelers prioritizing yakitori over other formats, this is the most credentialed room in the city.
Yakiniku ATSU offers a lower-pressure alternative for grilled meat, though the format shifts from chef-prepared skewers to table-top yakiniku. ATSU is easier to book, making it a fallback when Yakitori 58's counter seats fill. For budget-conscious diners, Kitchen Umagoya (JPY 1,000–1,999) provides Western-style comfort food at a third of the cost, though the trade-off is losing the charcoal grilling and regional chicken that define this category.
If yakitori is the priority and Kofu's options are fully booked, Tokyo's deeper roster of Tabelog 100 yakitori rooms becomes the fallback, though prices there double. Within Yamanashi Prefecture, Yakitori 58 represents the strongest combination of technical execution and value. Book here first; pivot to ATSU or Umagoya only if availability or budget demand it.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Yakitori 58 accommodate groups?
Contact Yakitori 58 directly to confirm whether the venue can accommodate your party size.
Is Yakitori 58 good for a special occasion?
Yakitori 58 may suit diners looking for a Kofu venue in the JPY 5,000–5,999 range with smart-casual dress.
What should I wear to Yakitori 58?
Smart casual dress is the dress code for Yakitori 58.
Is Yakitori 58 good for solo dining?
Contact Yakitori 58 directly if you need to know whether solo seating is available.
How far ahead should I book Yakitori 58?
If you plan to visit, contact Yakitori 58 directly to confirm availability and booking requirements.
